Police: Driver in Hit And Run Crash Crash That Killed UMD Student In College Park Turns Himself In

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Prince George's County police say the driver of a car that struck and killed a University of Maryland student as he crossed the street has turned himself in.

Police say it was a hit and run crash.

Twenty-two-year-old Cory Hubbard of West Hampton Beach, N.Y. was crossing U.S. Route 1 near Knox Road in College Park early Friday when police say he was hit by a blue, metallic sedan. He was taken to an area hospital, where police say he died.

Police released a photo from surveillance video in the case.

University of Maryland Statement

This morning, shortly after 2:00 a.m., officers were called to the intersection of Knox Road at Baltimore Avenue for a pedestrian hit and run. The victim, a University of Maryland student, was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. The preliminary investigation suggests that the deceased was attempting to cross Baltimore Avenue when he was hit. He was struck by a dark colored vehicle traveling southbound on Baltimore Avenue.

“It is with deep sadness that we extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the University of Maryland student killed this morning in a tragic, senseless accident,” said Wallace D. Loh, President of the University of Maryland. “In this time of loss, I ask that the entire Maryland family keep them in our thoughts and prayers.”

The police investigation of this matter is ongoing. Prince George’s County Police is leading the investigation, however the university is assisting with all appropriate resources, including the University of Maryland Police Department. The university is committed to doing everything possible to provide assistance for our community during this time. If you have any information that could assist in the ongoing investigation, please contact Prince George’s County Police Department’s tip line at 1-866-411-TIPS.